Upcoming Institutes

Ethical Implications of AI in the Humanities Classroom (Fall 2026 Webinar)

On September 21, 2026, Humanities Texas will hold a webinar considering the ethical implications of AI use in the secondary-level humanities classroom and how teachers and students can critically engage with AI. Participants will gain access to resources on how to discuss AI resistance with students by privileging ethical considerations while making space for exploration and experimentation.

The webinar will take place over Zoom from 5:00–6:15 p.m. CT.

Curriculum

Content will be aligned with the TEKS. Like all Humanities Texas teacher programs, the webinar will be teacher-centered, with an emphasis on developing effective pedagogical strategies.

Faculty

Amanda Licastro (Swarthmore College) will lead the webinar.

Eligibility

The webinar is open to secondary-level humanities teachers in Texas schools.

Attendance and CPE Credit

The online program is free to teachers and their schools. Participants will receive CPE credit and a wealth of curricular materials. CPE hours will be based on Zoom attendance and adjusted if a participant misses any portion of the program. In order to attend the webinar and receive CPE credit, you must be a registered participant.

How to Apply

Complete the online application for the webinar "Ethical Implications of AI in the Humanities Classroom.” By submitting an application, you are signing up to receive information about and access to the webinar.

Sponsors

The webinar is made possible with major funding from the State of Texas with ongoing support from the National Endowment for the Humanities.